Fuel Filler Hose: Service and Repair

FUEL TANK FILLER PIPE







Exploded View

Removal and Installation

WARNING:
- Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable mixtures are always present and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury.
- Do not carry personal electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers or audio equipment of any type when working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injuries.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the fuel tank filler cap and position it aside.
3. Remove the 3 fuel tank filler pipe mounting screws.
- To install, tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).

4. Remove the right rear inner fender well splash shield.
5. Remove the fuel tank filler pipe mounting bolt.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

6. CAUTION: Some fuel will remain in the fuel tank filler pipe after draining the fuel tank. Carefully drain the fuel tank filler pipe into an approved container.

Disconnect the fuel tank filler pipe from the fuel tank filler pipe hose and remove from the fuel tank.

7. NOTE: Lubricate the fuel tank filler pipe end with clean engine oil.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.